2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Because 2009 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
